SOICH AMELIA A. (VINSKI) Suddenly, at age 98, of Etna, on Monday, June 30, 2014. Wife of the late Joseph Soich; loving mother of Nancy Dougherty and the late Loretta Rodgers; mother-in-law of James Rodgers; also survived by seven grandchildren; 12 great- grandchildren; one great- great-granddaughter; and many nieces and nephews; sister of the late Barbara Kristoff, Mary Rak, Anna Schramm, Michael, Joe, Jack and Edward Vinski. Amelia was retired from MSA and was a longtime member of the All Saints Christian Mothers. Her caring soul will be missed by all. She always worried more about others than herself. She still had her dry sense of humor till the end. Friends will be received Monday 12-3 and 5-8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Mass of Christian Burial in All Saints Church, Etna, on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SEDMAK JOSEPHINE E. AGE 89, OF...
SEDMAK JOSEPHINE E. Age 89, of McMurray, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, June 24, 2014. She was born September 18, 1924, in Strabane, the daughter of the late Lawrence Yonack and Rose Progar Yonack Peternel. On November 2, 1942, she married her beloved husband of 56 years, Andrew A. Sedmak who passed away on January 29, 1999. Surviving are two daughters, JoLynne C. Sedmak of McMurray and Nancy (Marc) Sedmak-Weiss of Rehoboth, DE and Porto Alegre, Brazil; son, David A. (Pamela) Sedmak of Fountain Hills, AZ; brother, Vincent "Butch" (Joan) Peternel of Massachusetts; and a very special niece, Roseann Frazier and many other nieces and nephews. Friends are welcome on Sunday and Monday, July 6 and 7, 2014, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at SALANDRA FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., Joseph P. Salandra owner/supervisor, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, 724-745-8120, where departing prayers will be at 9:20 a.m. Tuesday, July 8, 2014. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:00 a.m. in St. Benedict the Abbot Church, McMurray. Interment will follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, McMurray, PA. To view or extend condolences please visit: www.salandrafunerals.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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JABLONSKI ALBERT C., JR. JABO...
JABLONSKI ALBERT C., Jr. JABO On Wednesday, July 2, 2014. Beloved husband of Lynn Cappy; father of Albert C. Jablonski III; brother of Tina Illington, Tim, Jeffrey, and Danny (Michelle) Jablonski; grandfather of Nova and Maia; also survived by a niece and two nephews. Friends received Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, 101 Third St., Carnegie, where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 11:30 a.m. Burial with full military honors in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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FIRANSKI JANE B. (BARANOWSKA) ...
FIRANSKI JANE B. (BARANOWSKA) Age 92, of Lawrenceville, on Tuesday, July 1, 2014. Wife of the late Frank J. Firanski; sister of the late Genevieve Firanski and Helen Szczypanski; beloved aunt of Edward (Carol) Firanski, Leonard (Marsha) Stevens, Kenneth (Eileen) Stevens and Walter (Debbie) Szczypanski; great-aunt of Heather, Michael, Cody and Justin. Jane served as a WAC in World War II and retired from Kaufmann's as a pharmacist. Friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Stanislaus Church on Monday at 11 a.m. www.zalewskifuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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GIAMPOLE ANNA MAE AGE 89, OF A...
GIAMPOLE ANNA MAE Age 89, of Avalon, on Thursday, July 3, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Vincent A. Giampole; loving mother of Renee, Cheryl, Michelle, and Michael (Amy) Giampole; proud grandmother of five; and great-grandmother of three; sister of Henrietta Mastrean; and many nieces and nephews. Anna was preceded in death by her son, Vincent; sister, Clara Reigle; and brother, Charles Klue. Friends received Sunday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the ORION C. PINKERTON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1014 California Ave., Avalon. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday 10 a.m. at the Church of the Assumption, Bellevue. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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ALTER PATRICIA MANNING OF MCDO...
ALTER PATRICIA MANNING Of McDonald, PA, formerly of Brookline, age 62, at Marian Manor, on Tuesday, July 1, 2014. As a result of Alzheimer's disease. She was the daughter of the late Jerome and Rita Cornell Manning; beloved wife of Paul; devoted mother of Jason Alter, Jayme (Matt) Crowley; grandmother of Sophia Patricia Crowley; sister of Jerry Manning and Sister Bernadette Manning, SC. Patricia was a graduate of Boyle High School in Homestead and earned a B.A. degree in history from Penn State University. Patricia was a certified massage therapist, a licensed Reiki practitioner, and also worked as a sonographer. Closest to her heart were her children and the time she spent with them during their developing years, delighting in their academic prowess, attending swimming and skiing ventures, having family fun, and simply being a nurturing mother. The Alter and Manning families wish to thank family members, friends and associates for their love, prayers and dedicated support during the years of Patricia's suffering and quiet farewell. Friends may call at THE FRANK F. DeBOR FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1065 Brookline Blvd., 412-561-0380, SUNDAY ONLY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Monday at 10 a.m. in the Church of the Resurrection. Memorial contributions may be made to the family for the future educational needs of Patricia's granddaughter, Sophia Crowley. www.deborfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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NOLAN DORIS (FOX) AGE 88, OF H...
NOLAN DORIS (FOX) Age 88, of Highland Park, on Tuesday, July 1, 2014. Beloved mother of Peggy Nolan, William J. Nolan, Jr., Jerry Nolan (Joy), Kenneth J. Nolan (Jill), Mary J. Nolan, and Scott C. Nolan (Anne); also survived by five grandchildren. Friends received at McCABE BROS, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut St., Shadyside, on Sunday 2-6 p.m., where funeral will commence on Monday at 9 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart Church at 10 a.m. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DENLINGER WAYNE AGE 78, OF PIT...
DENLINGER WAYNE Age 78, of Pittsburgh, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2014. Husband of the late Carol Denlinger; beloved father of Doug Denlinger and Wendy (Woody) Gallagher; devoted grandfather of Webb and Christina Gallagher; great- grandfather of Dylan Dixon; brother of Helen Wise and the late Stan and Buddy Denlinger. Friends received Monday 4-8 p.m. at RAPP FUNERAL HOME, 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15235, 412-241-5415. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m., St. Martin's Anglican Church Worshipping at Bethel Presbyterian, 418 Beatty Rd., Monroeville, PA 15146. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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HAUCK ROBERT F., SR. ON FRIDAY...
HAUCK ROBERT F., Sr. On Friday, June 27, 2014, age 95, of Penn Hills. Beloved husband of the late Clara A. Hauck; loving father of Robert F. Hauck, Jr. of California, Carol A. (Jim) Calderone of McCandless Twp., and Diane C. (Jerry) Laskoski of Plum; grandfather of Brenda Jean, Lori Linn, Dante, Maritzia and Michael; also survived by seven great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and seven siblings. Friends will be received Sunday, July 6, 2014, from 2-7 p.m. at the ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, July 7, 2014, 10 a.m., at St. Joseph Parish, Verona. Interment to follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to: www.english-funeral-home.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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LYNN GEORGE A. ON SUNDAY, JUNE...
LYNN GEORGE A. On Sunday, June 29, 2014, George A. (Butch), age 48, formerly of Brookline. Beloved husband of Kimberly A. (Watson); Dad of Paul (Catreena), Amber Holzer, Brittany and Heather Lynn; brother of Theresa, Kimberly and David Lynn; Bepa to five grandchildren. Family to receive guest SUNDAY ONLY from 5 until time of Memorial Service at 7:30 p.m. in BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC., 600 Dunster St., Pgh., PA 152226. 412-343-1506 or www.ballfc.com. Memorial contributions to Family Hospice, 103 Yost Blvd., Ste. 200, Pgh., PA 15221. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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AMATO CAROLE G. AGE 72, A PENN...
AMATO CAROLE G. Age 72, a Penn Hills, on Thursday, July 3, 2014. Beloved wife of Samuel; mother of Lisa Marie (Carl "Butch") Lang, Gina (Robert) Habrat; grandmother of Christopfer, and Denis Lang and Justin Hobrat; daughter of the late Joseph and Helen Germanowski; sister of Peter (Jan), and Martin Germanowski and the late Denis and Gerald Germanowski. Friends received in WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills, MONDAY ONLY 6 p.m. until the time of the Blessing Service at 8 p.m. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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ROBERTS WILLIAM DRAKE FORMERLY...
ROBERTS WILLIAM DRAKE Formerly of Sewickley, born very prematurely, on February 5, 1931. Bill was the third and youngest son of Arminta Kapphan and John M. Roberts III. Raised in Mt. Lebanon, he lived on Woodland Road, Shadyside, in his teens and then Sewickley, finally residing at Longwood at Oakmont until June 25, 2014. He attended grade school in Mt. Lebanon and then attended Shady Side Academy. Because he was gentle by nature and small in stature as a boy, he was taught to box to gain confidence and became quite good at the sport. To accommodate his boxing training schedule, he attended the University School in Shadyside. He won numerous boxing championships ending with the Golden Gloves in 1946, 1947 and 1948 and was known as the Gentleman Boxer, eventually growing to six feet tall. He graduated from the University of Virginia in 1955 where he was a member of the boxing team and majored in Geology. He joined the family jewelry firm of John M. Roberts and Sons, which was founded in 1832. He loved being part of so many important moments in customers' lives and particularly being involved in pending engagements. He especially enjoyed the detail and craftsmanship of beautiful old estate jewelry and was certified in all aspects of gemology and appraisal work. Until his last days, women would sweep their hand in front of him for him to inspect their rings and remind him of the story behind their receiving it or to whom it had originally belonged, some going back nearly 200 years. He was a member of the Sewickley Presbyterian Church, where he had served as a deacon, the Edgeworth Club in Sewickley, the Pittsburgh Rotary and the American Gemological Society, which family members helped to found. He enjoyed tennis and skiing and continued to train by running then walking throughout his life. His passion was classic cars and sports cars. He was involved in the founding group that created the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix. The love of classic cars was something he shared with his dear friend, G. Whitney Snyder. He helped Whitney found the Pittsburgh Transportation Museum, which was located at Station Square until the site was repurposed. Mr. Snyder then gave the majority of his car collection to create the bulk of the collection at The Frick Historical Center's Car and Carriage Museum. From 1997 through 2013, Mr. Roberts worked as docent to support and then honor his friend and the cars they had worked on together. He was predeceased by his parents; and beloved older brothers, John M. Roberts IV and Charles B. Roberts; and cousins and business partners, Joseph L. Roberts and Steele M. Roberts, all of Sewickley. He was devoted to his wife, Caroline P. Moody, of New York City, from their marriage in 1955 until her death in 2008. He is survived by his daughter, Caroline and husband, Tom, and their children, Callie and Tommy Wentling; and by his son, W. Drake Roberts, Jr.; former daughter-in-law, Kimberly Ference and their daughter, Maggie, and her family; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was a kind and gentle man to the end. A Service will be held at Longwood at Oakmont in the Chapel on Friday, July 11, 2014, at 1:30 p.m. A Memorial Celebration will be held at the Sewickley Presbyterian Church on Saturday, July 12, 2014, at 11 a.m., with receiving afterward in the Robinson Room. Donations may be made to The Frick Car and Carriage Museum, the Sewickley Heights History Center or to an organization of your choice. He would always encourage you to wear an extra special piece of jewelry that brings to mind a loved one or a fond memory. Arrangements by JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MOSER MARGARET W. PEGGY Margaret W. Peggy Moser, (born Wilda Margaret Moser, June 12, 1920), of Avalon, passed away at St. Clair Hospital on June 4, 2014, of natural causes, after a multi-year struggle with a variety of medical problems. The third daughter of William Edgar Moser (1868-1931) and Mary Loretta Brophy (1885-1964), Peggy was baptized Wilda Margaret Moser (named for an aunt in her father's family). She lived the longest of all her siblings, which include Dolores Marion (Moser) Laush (1917-2000), Mary Bracken Moser (1918-1925), Martin William Moser (1923-2002) and Hilda Ellen (Moser) Aland (1927-2010). She is survived by her brother-in- law, David Seville Aland; six nephews, David, Chris, Sean and Tim Aland, Scott and Andrew Moser; and one niece, Diane Moser. Peggy spent her early years in Butler, PA where her father was a comptroller for American Steel Car (Pullman). Her father died in 1931 and the family moved in with Peggy's maternal grandparents in East Liberty, Pittsburgh. In 1938, the family moved to an apartment adjacent to Bellevue High School just blocks away from Assumption Church where Peggy and her family attended school and Sunday services. At the end of WWII, Peggy, her mother and siblings, purchased a home on Elizabeth Ave. in Avalon. Following graduation from Bellevue High School, Peggy went to work at Koppers (now Lehigh-Hanson) as a pool stenographer and eventually became the administrative assistant to the president of the company. She retired in 1985 and worked as a volunteer librarian in Avalon and Bellevue and composing reams of poetry. In her 70 years on Elizabeth Avenue, she spent hours of spare time creating garden displays that inspired her neighbors to do likewise. She loved Avalon for the trees when they moved in the house in 1944. She was disappointed that the borough did not keep the forest-like atmosphere and constantly lobbied her neighbors to plant trees. Peggy will be missed for her intellect, creativity, and her sensitive knack for recognizing the needs of the community and actively encouraging better living for everyone. She will be buried in the Ligonier Valley Cemetery. A Mass intention for Peggy will be offered on Wednesday, July 23, 2014, at the 8:00 a.m. Mass, Church of the Assumption, Bellevue. Arrangements by LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Bellevue. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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PFEIL GEORGE BUD AGE 74, OF ...
PFEIL GEORGE BUD Age 74, of Ocala, Florida (formerly of Baldwin, Brentwood and Carrick), suddenly, on Friday, June 27, 2014. Beloved husband of Carol (Burke) Pfeil for 44 years; father of Kenneth, David and Gustav; grandfather of Shelby Williams, Steven, Aaron, Lucas and Brody; uncle of Kelly Elias; son of the late George G. and Mildred (Boone) Pfeil; brother of the late Ronald Pfeil. Cremation and Burial will be in Ocala, Florida. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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VERNER ROBERT A. "RAV" AGE 77,...
VERNER ROBERT A. "RAV" Age 77, formerly of Library, PA, originally from Greenfield, died Wednesday, July 2, 2014, at Clare Bridge of Murrysville in Export, PA. He was the beloved and proud father of Robert E. "Bub" (Andrea) Verner, Beth (Jay) Michael, and Valerie (David) Porter; beloved brother of Jan (Gil) Haag, Judith (Stanley) Kirkavitch, and Tom Verner; and is also survived by ten grandchildren, one great- grandchild, nieces, and nephews. Bob served two terms from 1955-1964 in the U.S. Air Force and was a pilot for Westinghouse Electric Corporation and Heinz Corporation until his retirement in 2008. Bob was an avid pilot and devoted Pittsburgh Steelers fan; he was honored to combine those two passions as a flight instructor for several Steelers luminaries during the 1970s and 1980s. Family and friends will be received from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Friday, July 11, 2014, at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills, where Funeral Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on July 12, 2014, in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 3544 North Progress Avenue, Suite 205, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Condolences may be given at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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FLECKENSTEIN DARLENE A. Darlene Fleckenstein passed away in Boise, ID on July 1, 2014. She was 76. She was preceded in death by her husband of almost 50 years, Raymond. Born in Jersey City, NJ, Darlene moved to Eagle, ID in 2002 after living in Pittsburgh for most of her adult life. She was a charter member of St. John Neumann Church, Franklin Park. She is survived by sons, Peter, Stephen (Madeline), and David (Pam); daughter, Nancy; and grandchildren, Alexa, Emily, Andrew, Peter and Lucy. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 9, 2014, at Holy Apostles Catholic Church, 6300 N. Meridian Road, Meridian, ID. Burial will follow in Dry Creek Cemetery, Boise. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family on Darlene's memorial webpage at: www.summersfuneral.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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HIGGIN ROBERT AGE 93, FORMERLY...
HIGGIN ROBERT Age 93, formerly residing in Pittsburgh, PA from 1966-1990, died June 20, 2014, in Cole Memorial Hospital in Coudersport, Pennsylvania. He was born February 26, 1921, in Marshalltown, Iowa and was the son of Eugene and Elizabeth Higgin; and brother of Lolly Ebright and John Higgin. In 1953, he married Marguerite Higgin in Washington, D.C. after meeting her at the Naval Ordnance Laboratory. Robert was a graduate of the University of Iowa and Marshalltown High School and worked as a technical editor for the Naval Ordnance Laboratory, the Standard Oil Company of Indiana, the Federal government during the Kennedy and Johnson Administrations and the research division of Gulf Oil Company. He is survived by his daughter, Margaret Higgin, who is the author of the book, Navy Intelligence Days; and his son, Colin Higgin and his wife, Barbara Higgin. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BUSKIRK MOE AUG. 19, 1916 - JU...
BUSKIRK
MOE
Aug. 19, 1916 - July 7, 1989
In Loving Memory of Our Father on this 25th Anniversary.
Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, so loved, so missed, but always near. You're always in our hearts.
We miss you everyday.
Love,
Your Sons and family
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CHRIST DR. RONALD A. AGE 80, ...
CHRIST DR. RONALD A. Age 80, on Wednesday, June 25, 2014, of Jefferson Hills. Professor, and first Varsity Basketball Coach Upper St. Clair High School. Beloved husband of Marcia E. Christ; father of Leslie (Craig) Stiffler of Bucks County, PA and Joan (Philip) Joson of Upper St. Clair; grandfather of Matthew and Katherine Stiffler and Christopher, Lindsey and Andrew Joson; brother of the late Robert Christ and Shirley Draper. Ron was a 1951 graduate of Baldwin High School and attended Kent State University. He received his B.S. from the University of Pittsburgh in 1955 and his M.A. in 1959, and his Ed. D. from Pennsylvania State University in 1967. His professional career began in Castle Shannon, teaching 5th grade. He then taught 5th and 6th grades in Upper St. Clair School District and was the Principal at Johnston Elementary School in Upper St. Clair at the age of 27. Ron became the supervisor of all elementary schools in USC from 1963-1969. In 1970, Ron became a Professor at California U. of PA, teaching for 31 years, until his retirement in 2001. At Cal U. he taught Research Methods, Tests and Measurements, Various Methods of Teaching in Elementary Schools and supervised student teachers. His total career in education spanned 46 years. In 1957 at the age of 24, Ron became the first boys varsity basketball coach in the Upper St. Clair school's history. At that time, he was the youngest coach in the WPIAL. Prior to 1957, students had the option after finishing junior high school to attend either Mt. Lebanon, Peters Twp. or Bridgeville High Schools. As their attendance grew, it became obvious that USC had to create their own high school, so in 1957, the freshman class was kept as sophomores and continued until they graduated in 1960. His four year record was 54 wins and 30 losses. When he became the principal of Johnston Elementary School, he had to resign from his coaching position since the district had the policy that you had to work in the building where you coached. Ron was an avid golfer, playing at Youghiogheny Country Club, where he was a member from 1986-2011. In 2011 he joined Ligonier Country Club. He was a member of Christ United Methodist Church since 1983. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2014, in Christ United Methodist Church at 1:00 p.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to Christ United Methodist Church, 44 Highland Rd., Bethel Park, PA 15102 or National Kidney Foundation, 3109 Forbes Ave., Ste. 101, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 or The Foundation of California University, P.O. Box 668, California, PA 15419 in memory of Dr. Ronald A. Christ. Arrangements handled by the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, 15227. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MEROLA FRANK S. AGE 67, OF WAL...
MEROLA FRANK S. Age 67, of Wallace, NC, formerly of Pittsburgh, passed away on June 28, 2014. He is survived by his children, Christen Pintar (Bob), Aimee Gazal (Marc) and Carrie Burkhart (Don); and two granddaughters. He is also survived by his brothers, Anthony and Joseph. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his spouse, Joan Merola. Memorial contributions are welcome at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice & Palliative Care Center, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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